Success for museum open house

The first-ever museum open house was a success, according to Blount County Memorial Museum curator Amy Rhudy. ‘It was more than I could ever expect,’ she said.‘I’m so appreciative of Blount County citizens and their willingness to support the museum and the Blount County Historical Society.’ More than a dozen artists, authors, and photographers visited the museum on Thursday to meet and greet the public. -Nicole Singleton